Semolina Cake
A quick, moist semolina cake soaked in syrup and topped with powdered sugar, cinnamon, and cherries. Perfect for a sweet snack or dessert.
- Total time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 6
- Calories
- 280
- Protein
- 5g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch baking dish with 1 tbsp butter.
Step 2
In a bowl, mix 1 cup semolina, 1/2 cup sugar, 1 tsp baking powder, 1/2 cup yogurt, and remaining 3 tbsp melted butter until combined.
Step 3
Pour batter into dish, spread evenly, and bake for 20 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
Step 4
While cake bakes, simmer 1/2 cup water and 1/2 cup sugar for 5 minutes until syrupy. Pour syrup over hot cake.
Step 5
Cool 5 minutes, then top with 1/2 cup cherries, a dusting of powdered sugar, and a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Tools you’ll need
- 8-inch baking dish
- mixing bowl
- whisk
- measuring cups
- measuring spoons
- small saucepan
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